UAV Configuration Manager — Secret Clearance Eligible

Platform Aerospace; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace is seeking a Configuration Manager to oversee UAV configurations, inventory, and CM processes. You will ensure all configurations meet contractual and operational requirements, track BOM changes, and collaborate with Engineering, QA, and Project Management to implement modifications and maintain compliance.

The role requires detailed documentation, strong analytic skills, and the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, MIS, or related field with 5–7 years of experience.
• Associate degree with 9 years of experience, or 11 years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
• Exceptional attention to detail and high organization.
• Working knowledge of engineering/configuration management in manufacturing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task environment.
• Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Track UAV configurations and deliverables.
• Maintain current inventory of Platform Aerospace aircraft in databases.
• Update configurations per procedures or contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with Project Management on CM requirements for contracts.
• Review plans, templates, drawings, and software documents for configuration continuity.
• Implement approved modifications across fleets.
• Develop and implement records and status tracking for projects.
• Coordinate with Engineering to track BOM changes.
• Collaborate with QA to track failures and metrics.
• Streamline processes to improve efficiency.
• Gather information and maintain compliance documentation.
• Analyze data and report metrics to Directors and Executive Team.

Skills

Configuration management

BOM tracking

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Associate degree + 9 years experience

11 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Deltek Costpoint ERP/MRP

Database entry systems

Job description

Platform Aerospace is seeking a Configuration Manager to oversee UAV configurations, inventory, and CM processes. You will ensure all configurations meet contractual and operational requirements, track BOM changes, and collaborate with Engineering, QA, and Project Management to implement modifications and maintain compliance.

The role requires detailed documentation, strong analytic skills, and the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.